The Occult Conference 2016

Welcome

The Occult Conference in Glastonbury. Making magick.

Welcome to the website for the next Occult Conference - to be held in Glastonbury February 18th-19th, 2017. The website here is under construction, but while we're summoning the gnomes to build the code and capturing faeries to power the turbines, here's a flavour of our next event.

This year's theme: Theory & Practice

A simple concept, but we have to both learn and do, so here's your opportunity! Brilliant speakers will present lectures, workshops, seminars, and even fully immersive activities to get you moving and bring out your inner power.

Bringing you to Glastonbury

As we look to expand our line-up, we're making it easier for you to be here - this year's tickets include the option to book a room at a nearby hotel, letting you relax and look forward to the events without the hassle of finding a place to stay. We will be in the Town Hall this year - an accessible venue, with free entry to the Occult Market through the weekend!

Latest News

Lughnasadh Update - Speakers AnnouncementHappy Lughnasadh to everyone - we have a treat for you with the completed line-up for 2017's Occult Conference!Our full list of speakers is here, including presentation titles ...
Posted 2 Aug 2016, 12:26 by Sef Salem

2017 Launch - The Stars So FarWelcome back to the website for the Occult Conference in Glastonbury!Next year's event is percolating away, like the strong coffee the event staff run on (especially the morning ...
Posted 12 May 2016, 02:12 by Sef Salem

Et In Glastonbury EgoAnd so the Conference is here this Friday! There is some preparation left to tidy up, but we're full steam ahead for the three wonderful days we've been ...
Posted 4 Apr 2016, 03:05 by Sef Salem

Updates for the Final Week of Pre-SalesA very happy Thelemic New Year, Passover, Easter, Equinox, or any other celebration you may have had!The Conference is going to be fantastic, and it's almost here. As ...
Posted 30 Mar 2016, 01:28 by Occult Conference

Springtime News & Speaker Update!Spring is here, and we are full steam ahead as the Conference approaches!Our programme has been finalised, and we have an exciting couple of additions to our speaking roster ...
Posted 2 Mar 2016, 17:39 by Sef Salem

Presentations Uniting Magical Diversity

Want to learn about the history of the Western Mystery Tradition and Gnosticism from pre-eminent scholars in their fields? Fancy getting into the heart of the magical mind or the heady days of Thee Temple ov Psychick Youth from those who were there? Our lectures have you covered.

You can come to workshops to learn about Wiccan Invocation, Sufi Trance, Enochian Scrying, and even Draconic LHP self-definition!We have ways to master your body, from Yoga and Taiji to self-defence and Qi Gong, and even primal movement and vocalisation.And you can learn how to craft your own rituals, by exploring communication, and learning how to involve every single member of the community to make magick.

What else could you possibly ask for - how about some rituals and partying?

An Open Wiccan Circle to close Saturday

A celebration of Liber XV: The Gnostic Mass on Sunday

The Venusian Ball on Saturday night

Comedy & live music on Sunday night

We're going all out to make this the best magical event in the country, and to bring you the opportunity to learn, enjoy, and share with people from across the world.

A format to suit you

Working over two days went so well in 2016, we're continuing having both days to enjoy Glastonbury and take our time with the material. Our full list of speakers is here, but here's the broad strokes:

Saturday will have a traditional lectures and workshops format. Longer breaks between lectures in the main hall, and a full hour and a half for workshops to ensure you get time to be hands-on with the praxis offered. We'll close with a Wiccan circle, and move on to this year's theme, the Venusian Ball.

Sunday looks to give you an immersive experience by giving the main hall over to body movement. Our three instructors will be leading you through movement to align your inner self, training to find your outer strength, and giving voice and sensation to your practice. At the same time, we'll have participatory seminars covering inner energy, inclusive ritual-craft, and chaos magick! This will lead up to celebrating the Gnostic Mass, and a live event to finish the weekend with occult stand-up and live bands.

We're sure that you'll have a fantastic time in Glastonbury, so join us in February for a stand-out experience. Come and see.